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BMW 2 Series vs Porsche Boxster - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (530 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (39200 £ vs 136000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 2 Series or Porsche Boxster?

BMW 2 Series

Porsche Boxster

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 2 Series has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 39200 £, while the Porsche Boxster costs 136000 £. That’s a price difference of around 96857 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 2 Series manages with 4.90 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Porsche Boxster with 12.70 L. The difference is about 7.80 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 2 Series has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 530 HP compared to 500 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Boxster is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the BMW 2 Series takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Boxster performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 308 km/h, while the BMW 2 Series tops out at 302 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 2 Series pulls evident stronger with 650 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW 2 Series offers clearly more seating capacity – 4 vs 2.

In curb weight, Porsche Boxster is barely noticeable lighter – 1485 kg compared to 1560 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 2 Series offers convincingly more room – 390 L compared to 122 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 2 Series evident takes the win – 400 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 2 Series shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £39,200
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BMW 2 Series

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 156 - 530 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 10 L
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BMW 2 Series

The BMW 2 Series feels like a pocket rocket in smart clothes, delivering sharp handling and a premium cabin that turns everyday errands into something worth looking forward to. For buyers who crave a compact car with real driving character and a dash of German confidence, it’s a spirited choice that never takes itself too seriously.

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Porsche Boxster

The Porsche Boxster epitomizes the essence of a pure, open-top driving experience with its mid-engine roadster design. Known for its agile handling and dynamic performance, the Boxster seamlessly blends luxury with thrilling precision on the road. Its unmistakable styling and superior engineering continue to captivate automotive enthusiasts who crave a visceral connection to the art of driving.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39200 - 98600 £
Price
136000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 10 L
Consumption L/100km
12.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
129 - 226 g/km
co2
288 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
51 - 52 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1560 - 1830 kg
Curb weight
1485 kg
Trunk capacity
390 L
Trunk capacity
122 L
Length
4537 - 4587 mm
Length
4418 mm
Width
1838 - 1887 mm
Width
1822 mm
Height
1390 - 1404 mm
Height
1252 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
350 - 400 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
156 - 530 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.40 s
Max Speed
224 - 302 km/h
Max Speed
308 km/h
Torque
250 - 650 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
115 - 390 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche

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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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